U S T U J I A S
THE BOOK Sai-Jutsu is one of the traditional Japanese martial arts. This special martial art has its origin on the Ryu Kyu islands of Okinawa. In this book, the beginner will find a systematic introduction into the basics of Sai-Jutsu fighting techniques. The advanced student will get important insights into training instructions and will learn detailed patterns of traditional forms, the Kata, which are not well-known. Some of the most important correlations of historical development are discussed. Several famous Okinawan Masters are introduced in this book. The contents of Kobudo Sai-Jutsu are based on the experience which the author gained during numerous studies in Japan and on the island of Okinawa. Therefore authentic Kobudo is presented in this book, originating from the roots of real Japanese martial arts.
THE AUTHOR
O D U B O K
Helmut Kogel learned a modern system of Karate fighting combinations with a western point of view in the th e beginning of training. Lateron Kogel began with Shotokan Shoto kan Karate and a nd became becam e a student studen t of A. Nagai, Na gai, W. Vovcak Vovcak and an d P. Bürger. He trained under H. Kanazawa, H. Nishiyama, Ikio Higushi, Kazuo Sakai and H. Shirai. He also learned Philippine Arnis, Kobudo and Nihon Jujutsu. During several studies in Japan, especially in the Dojo of Tetsuhiro Hokama in Okinawa, he became experienced in several martial arts. Under the guidance of Japanese grandmasters he achieved the degree of 5th Dan in Karate Renshi, 5th Dan in Kobudo and 2nd Dan in Nihon Jujutsu.
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Kobudo Sai-Jutsu
Kobudo Sai-Jutsu
Warning The techniques described in this book and the techniques of any martial art are dangerous. You have to train under the supervision of an expert. Please use caution when handling with any weapons and consult a qualified teacher. Please use restraint when practicing techniques described in this book. Neither the author nor the publishers of this book are responsible for the results of your choice to practice these techniques. Please respect the law and order of your country.
Helmut Kogel
KOBUDO SAI-JUTSU Technique – Training – Kata
Meyer & Meyer Sport
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Kobudo – Sai-Jutsu Helmut Kogel Maidenhead: Meyer & Meyer Sport (UK) Ltd., 2009 ISBN: 978-1-84126-245-1
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Contents
CONTENTS Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 Acknowledgements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
A General Part: History and Background 1 2 3 4 5 6
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The Origin of the Sai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Okinawa’s Kobudo Masters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Anatomy of the Sai . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Movement Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Basic Tactical Principles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Basic Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35 Holds (Mochi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 Etiquette (Re, Yoi, Hajime, Naore) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
B Special Part: Techniques and Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 1 Basic Techniques I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Stance (Dachi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Blocks (Uke) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54 Strikes (Uchi) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Thrusts (Tsuki) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74 Lunge Punch (Nuki Tsuki) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76 Hooks (Hikkakeri) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Special Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 (Hijate) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Throws and leverage (Nage Waza, Tuite) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 2 Basic Techniques II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Combinations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .90 3 Special Techniques with Partner III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 Basic Kumite with Partner (Kihon Kumite) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 4 The Sai Kata (Forms) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 Closing Remarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125 Literature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
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